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Oliver Caffrey

Essendon midfielder Parish defends contract saga

Midfielder Darcy Parish has re-signed with Essendon for six years, not five as previously thought. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Essendon midfielder Darcy Parish is not fazed by how his contract negotiations played out, insisting he is excited about finishing his AFL career with the Bombers.

The 26-year-old has signed a new deal for six years, originally thought to be only five, keeping him at the Hangar until the end of 2029.

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